WINSTED — Sean and Cheryl Heffernan happily have been welcoming the curious and the thirsty to their cozy bar and lounge since the ... a dark and smoke-filled place, from what I’m told ...

The idea for Mushin Sports Lounge started with ... who hate the rigmarole of bar entry lines and holding seats for their party — instead, they have a guaranteed place they can watch the game.

And you'd need the flash — the place is pitch black, with just a little light emanating from lanterns around the lounge area and behind the bar. If you're in the market for an authentic ...